Bomer Lake Dam No 2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Henderson, Texas, Bomer Lake Dam No 2 is a privately owned earth dam that serves primarily for recreational purposes.


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Summary

Completed in 1985, the dam stands at a height of 18 feet and has a length of 480 feet, with a storage capacity of 530 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the TR-FLAT CREEK, under the regulatory oversight of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).

Despite its recreational focus, the dam poses a high risk with a hazard potential that is not available. The condition assessment is not rated, and the last inspection was conducted in July 1990. The dam does not have a spillway and has one outlet gate. The risk management measures and emergency action plan status are also not available, indicating the need for further assessment and updates to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Bomer Lake Dam No 2 presents an intriguing case study in dam management and safety. With its high risk classification and limited data on hazard potential and risk management measures, there is a clear need for increased monitoring and evaluation of the dam's condition. The dam's location in Texas, its design characteristics, and regulatory oversight by TCEQ offer valuable insights into the complexities of balancing recreational benefits with safety considerations in water infrastructure projects.

Year Completed

1985

Dam Length

480

Dam Height

18

River Or Stream

TR-FLAT CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

18

Hydraulic Height

18

Nid Storage

530

Structural Height

18

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

18
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.